The President and Chief Executive Officer of MTN Group, Ralph Mupita, has concluded a three-day working visit to Ghana, reaffirming the telecommunications giant’s long-term commitment to the country and unveiling a major investment drive to accelerate digital transformation.
Addressing the media at the end of his visit, Mr. Mupita announced that the Group will invest US$1.1 billion in Ghana over the next three years to expand infrastructure, enhance network resilience, and improve service delivery. He explained that the accelerated capital expenditure signals strong confidence in the Ghanaian market and underscores Ghana’s strategic importance within the Group’s pan-African portfolio.
“We are going to accelerate capital investment within the business, US$1.1 billion equivalent over a three-year period to build robust infrastructure. Previously, we invested US$1 billion over five years. This acceleration demonstrates that Ghana remains a material operation for the Group,” Mr. Mupita stated.
The Group CEO’s visit included high-level engagements with key public sector stakeholders aimed at strengthening collaboration and driving investment to support Ghana’s national development agenda. Discussions focused on deepening partnerships in the areas of digital innovation, financial inclusion, infrastructure expansion, and regulatory alignment to position MTN as a leading enabler of Africa’s digital progress.
During his stay, Mr. Mupita paid courtesy calls on the Bank of Ghana, the Ghana Investment Promotion Centre, and the Ministry of Communications, Digital Technology and Innovations, where deliberations centered on investment facilitation, digital infrastructure development, and strengthening Ghana’s role as a technology-driven economy.
As part of internal engagements, Mr. Mupita met with the leadership and staff of MTN Ghana to outline the Group’s strategic priorities for the year ahead. He emphasized continued investment in network quality, customer experience, digital platforms, and youth empowerment initiatives designed to expand opportunities for Ghana’s growing population.
In a significant announcement, Mr. Mupita revealed that MTN Ghana has been formally elevated to the status of a major subsidiary within the MTN Group, reflecting its increasing strategic relevance and strong performance within the multinational telecoms group.
Senior Vice President of MTN Group, Ebenezer Asante, underscored the importance of deepening collaboration with government and regulatory agencies. “We are not only here to talk about what we have done in the past, but to engage in solutioning, to explore what more we can do together and how we can partner on future opportunities,” he said.
For his part, the Chief Executive Officer of MTN Ghana, Stephen Blewett, disclosed the company’s plans to roll out at least 500 new network sites by the end of 2026. To put the expansion into perspective, Mr. Blewett noted that MTN Ghana built 50 sites in 2025 and between 25 to 30 sites in 2024.
“Now, we are moving to 500 sites in a single year. And why are we doing that? Because it gives a better quality of service to our customers,” he said.
The accelerated infrastructure rollout is expected to boost connectivity, strengthen network reliability, and support Ghana’s growing demand for digital services, including mobile financial services, enterprise solutions, and data-driven innovations.
Media Contacts:
Adwoa Wiafe
Chief Corporate Services and Sustainability Officer
Email: MTNGhana.MediaOffice@mtn.com
Efua Falconer
Acting Senior Manager, Corporate Communications
Email: MTNGhana.MediaOffice@mtn.com
About Scancom PLC
Scancom PLC (MTN Ghana) is the market leader in the mobile telecommunications industry in Ghana, offering subscribers a range of options under Pay As You Go, Pay Monthly, and Mobile Financial Services. The company is part of MTN Group, a leader in emerging markets with a clear vision to lead the delivery of a bold new digital world to its customers.
The company is inspired by the belief that everyone deserves the benefits of a modern connected life. Scancom PLC is listed on the Ghana Stock Exchange. Its strategy, Ambition 2025: Leading digital solutions for Africa’s progress, remains anchored on delivering inclusive, reliable, and innovative digital services to individuals, businesses, and communities across Ghana.
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